by R-Value Insulators | Jan 24, 2022 | Industry News
If your home has a crawl space, chances are it stays out of sight and out of mind. However, just because you don’t walk through it every day doesn’t mean it should ignored — especially if it isn’t encapsulated. A crawl space that’s not encapsulated has the potential...
by R-Value Insulators | Jan 19, 2022 | Industry News
Many people — builders and homeowners alike — consider spray foam to be the gold standard in insulation technology. However, at RVI, we believe there is a better insulation option for our climate — and we feel it’s important to educate our clients on the limitations...
by R-Value Insulators | Nov 22, 2021 | Industry News
Whether you’re a builder or a buyer, it pays to have newly built homes get Focus on Energy certified. A Focus on Energy-certified home can be up to 100% more energy efficient than the average new Wisconsin home — which comes with plenty of perks, both financial and...
by R-Value Insulators | Sep 2, 2021 | Industry News
A hot bath or steamy shower on a cold winter day is an excellent way to relax. But you know that condensation that builds up on the mirrors and windows while you soak? It could be hurting your indoor air quality — or even leading to water damage and mold. Excess...
by R-Value Insulators | Jun 7, 2021 | Industry News
One of the most important characteristics of a newly constructed home is how energy efficient it is. Not only is an energy-efficient home less expensive to operate, but it’s also better for the environment, more comfortable to live in — and will be easier to sell to...
by R-Value Insulators | May 13, 2021 | Industry News
At RVI, providing building science services to our region is our primary goal. However, we know we couldn’t serve as many people as we do if we didn’t also have excellent working relationships with area builders. We’ve been working alongside builders for over 20...